Day Camp

Day Camp Explorers

1st - 4th Grade

COME EXPLORE THE HILLS!

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Day camp is the beginning of the journey for many campers!


Campers arrive at 8:30 AM each morning and spend the day exploring camp! Explorers have the opportunity to experience different areas at camp, like the horses at saddle up and a meal cooked over the fire at the wilderness camp!


Other activities include the pool, games, worship, chapel and much more! The day ends at 3:30 Monday-Thursday. On Friday there is a special final chapel at 1:00 PM. Busing is available for Day Campers (see bus stops)


What to Bring Register Now

2024 AVAILABLE DATES

1st-4th Grade

$250 before April 15 | $280 after April 15

Option Date Busing Locations
Day Camp 1 June 10-14 Bus not available
Day Camp 2 June 17-21 Rock Valley/ Hull
Day Camp 3 June 24-28 Sioux Falls
Day Camp 4 July 8-12 Rock Rapids/ Inwood
Day Camp 5 July 15-19 Sheldon
Day Camp 6 July 29-Aug 2 Sioux Center/ Rock Valley
Day Camp 7 Aug 5-9 Sioux Falls

What to Expect

LET'S GET STARTED!

The first day of camp is a different experience for everyone. For some, excitement is high in anticipation of the adventure ahead, for others it might be there first time away from home and they are nervous! Their counselor's mission is to meet them where they're at, get to know them, and help get them adjust to the new environment. 


For Day Campers on this day, they'll get to sing silly worship songs and learn about Biblical concepts in a fun way through our daily chapels. Every day is filled with fun activities, crafts, swimming, and of course, yummy snacks! A special treat for Day Campers on this first day is that they get the opportunity to meet the horses we have up at Saddle Up Camp!

TIME TO EXPLORE

After drop off on the 2nd day of camp, each day camper is now more well acquainted with their bunk group and starting to be their silly selves! 


Each day at camp is the same routine with daily worship, chapels, meals, crafts, and time swimming in the pool. However, each day is also very different because there is always a fun new activity to learn or a fun new game to play! Most importantly, there is always something new to learn about Jesus! 

THERES ALWAYS MORE TO LEARN

The third day of camp is another exciting experience. By this point, our counselors are trained to continue building on what the campers have learned during chapel times and keep on teaching them new things! Day campers are always learning!


One very special activity that Day Campers get to experience on this day is THE BIG HIKE! Like ducks in a row, the campers are led together throughout the woods leading to a special fire cooked meal at Wilderness Camp!

NEW ADVENTURES AWAITS!

By day 4, Day Campers are well acquainted with their daily summer camp routine! However, surprises are always right around the corner! 


Some of the unique activities that Day Camp is known for include the giant parachute, the mini zipline, and the big hamster wheels! Each new game is an experience like none other.


Day Campers also are stretched in their team bulding skills through our various team building activities. During these activities we teach the campers how to communicate with their peers and work as a team to complete various challenges! 


Of course, Day Camp is especially known for getting to spend over an hour hanging out in our swimming pool! 

THE LAST DAY!

After getting dropped off at camp one last time, Day Campers get to experience one final activity, the LARGE GROUP GAME! This game varies from year to year, but always involves everyone throughout each of the many camps that are going on during the week. 


Afterward, it's time for Final Chapel! Parents and family members are invited to come and see their kids sing and dance to all the songs and recap all the lessons they've learned throughout the week! 


We always encourage parents to ask their camper what they learned on the drive home after the week is over. After all, camp may be over, but their journey doesn't stop there! 



DAY Camp FAQs

Got a question? We’re here to help.

  • Where do I drop off my camper?

    When you arrive on property to drop off your camper, follow the signs that say "Day Camp". Drop  off is normally at one of our shelters, but on rainy days it is at the lodge. Keep an eye on your emails i the weather is bad!

  • Can I send mail to my day camper?

    Yes! You may either drop off your mail with the coordinator at drop off in the morning, or you can email ihills@inspirationhills.org with your note!

  • Can my older camper who is going to another camp go on the bus with my day camper?

    No, only day campers who have registered to ride the bus will be on the bus.

  • How can I RSVP for Friday's final chapel?

    You may register with your camper's camp coordinator or call the office 712-986-5193.

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Bus Stops

  • JUNE 10-14: NO BUSING AVAILABLE

    No busing option is available for this week of Day Camp. 

  • JUNE 17-21: HULL/ROCK VALLEY

    Hull First Reformed (East Parking Lot) -  911 2nd St. Hull, IA 51239


    Rock Valley Faith Reformed (East Parking Lot) -  1305 7th Street, Rock Valley, IA 51247


    Times on Monday - Thursday

    (please arrive 10-15 minutes early at bus stops)


    7:30 am - Pick up in Hull

    8:00 am - Pick up in Rock Valley

    8:30 am - Drop off at Inspiration Hills


    3:30 pm - Pick up at Inspiration Hills

    4:00 pm - Drop off in Rock Valley

    4:30 pm - Drop off in Hull



    Time on Friday


    7:30 am - Pick up in Hull

    8:00 am - Pick up in Rock Valley

    8:30 am - Drop off at Inspiration Hills


    1:00 pm - Final Chapel

    1:30 pm - Pick up at Inspiration Hills

    2:00 pm - Drop off in Rock Valley

    2:30 pm - Drop off in Hull

  • JUNE 24-28: SIOUX FALLS

    Sioux Falls First Reformed (South Parking Lot) - 4800 South Tomar Road, Sioux Falls, SD 57108


    Times on Monday- Thursday

    (please arrive 10-15 minutes early at bus stops)


    7:45 am - Pick up in Sioux Falls

    8:30 am - Drop off at Inspiration Hills


    3:30 pm - Pick up at Inspiration Hills

    4:15 pm - Drop off in Sioux Falls



    Time on Friday


    7:45 am - Pick up in Sioux Falls

    8:30 am - Drop off at Inspiration Hills


    1:00 pm - Final Chapel

    1:30 pm - Pick up at Inspiration Hills

    2:15 pm - Drop off in Sioux Falls

  • JULY 8-12: INWOOD/ROCK RAPIDS

    Inwood Reformed CRC (under overhang on the southwest side of parking lot)  -  305 E Madison St. Inwood, IA 51240

    Rock Rapids First Reformed (West Parking Lot)  -  512 South Union Street, Rock Rapids, IA 51246


    Times on Monday- Thursday

    (please arrive 10-15 minutes early at bus stops)


    7:30 am - Pick up in Rock Rapids

    8:10 am - Pick up in Inwood

    8:30 am - Drop off at Inspiration Hills


    3:30 pm - Pick up at Inspiration Hills

    3:50 pm - Drop off in Inwood

    4:30 pm - Drop off in Rock Rapids



    Time on Friday


    7:30 am - Pick up in Rock Rapids

    8:10 am - Pick up in Inwood

    8:30 am - Drop off at Inspiration Hills


    1:00 pm - Final Chapel

    1:30 pm - Pick up at Inspiration Hills

    1:50 pm - Drop off in Inwood

    2:30 pm - Drop off in Rock Rapids

  • JULY 15-19: SHELDON

    Sheldon 1st Reformed - 1101 7th St. Sheldon IA, 51201


    Times on Monday- Thursday

    (please arrive 10-15 minutes early at bus stops)


    7:30 am - Pick up in Sheldon

    8:30 am - Drop off at Inspiration Hills


    3:30 pm - Pick up at Inspiration Hills

    4:30 pm - Drop off in Sheldon



    Time on Friday


    7:30 am - Pick up in Sheldon

    8:30 am - Drop off at Inspiration Hills


    1:00 pm - Final Chapel

    1:15 pm - Pick up at Inspiration Hills

    2:15 pm - Drop off in Sheldon

  • JULY 29-AUG 2: ROCK VALLEY/SIOUX CENTER

    Rock Valley Faith Reformed (East Parking Lot)  -  1305 7th Street, Rock Valley, IA 51247

    Sioux Center First Reformed (South Parking Lot)  -  160 10th Street Southeast, Sioux Center, IA 51250


    Times on Monday- Thursday

    (please arrive 10-15 minutes early at bus stops)


    7:30 am - Pick up in Sioux Center

    8:00 am - Pick up in Rock Valley

    8:30 am - Drop off at Inspiration Hills


    3:30 pm - Pick up at Inspiration Hills

    4:00 pm - Drop off in Rock Valley

    4:30 pm - Drop off in Sioux Center



    Time on Friday


    7:30 am - Pick up in Sioux Center

    8:00 am - Pick up in Rock Valley

    8:30 am - Drop off at Inspiration Hills


    1:00 pm - Final Chapel

    1:30 pm - Pick up at Inspiration Hills

    2:00 pm - Drop off in Rock Valley

    2:30 pm - Drop off in Sioux Center

  • AUG 5-9: SIOUX FALLS

    Sioux Falls 1st Reformed (South Parking Lot)  -  4800 South Tomar Road, Sioux Falls, SD 57108


    Times on Monday- Thursday

    (please arrive 10-15 minutes early at bus stops)


    7:45 am - Pick up in Sioux Falls

    8:30 am - Drop off at Inspiration Hills


    3:30 pm - Pick up at Inspiration Hills

    4:15 pm - Drop off in Sioux Falls



    Time on Friday


    7:45 am - Pick up in Sioux Falls

    8:30 am - Drop off at Inspiration Hills


    1:00 pm - Final Chapel

    1:30 pm - Pick up at Inspiration Hills

    2:15 pm - Drop off in Sioux Falls

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